Great job environment working with special needs clients ( children and adults). Very structured environment. Had outing for client about every 2 weeks such as movies, outings to zoo, boat outings to watch dophins, Mount Trashmore for picnics, and Busch Gardens.

Employment with juvenile services is a very stressful job,however working with troubled adolescents must be a passion and not a job. Parks and recreation is an opportunity to explore your ability to work with the public and independently challenges you to implement new ideas and collaborate with others as well as become a team player.

Pros

Work independently, Helping adolescents that cannot help themselves, Escorting residents to positive events, And introducing residents to various cultures that enlightens their intellectual growth, Giving positive input as an option in life, And giving children the alternative of hope in a positive environment, Showing them how to take responsibility for negative behaviorals.

Cons

Seclusion, And assistance without proper break periods, Incentatives to encorage employees to chalenge themselves, Relief of mental stress during high crisis.

I am cross trained with my employer so many times, I am not sure what job assignment I will have untill I get to work. My co-workers are great to work with and sometimes we do not feel appreciated. The hardest part of my job is working weekends, lack of communication and the inconsistancy. The most enjoyable part of my job is working with the children